Couple's farming dream takes them from Lancashire to Scotland

After persevering to find the right opportunity, Helen and Tom Marsden are now farming in the hills of Dumfries. Emily Ashworth finds out more

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Couple's farming dream takes them from Lancashire to Scotland

A passion for farming has taken young couple Helen and Tom Marsden from their Lancashire home to the hills of Dumfries; a move which has allowed them to follow their dream of running their own business....

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